So I graduated...now what?

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Hello! I just graduated with my BSN December 19, 2014. I did my celebrating, and now it is time to get back to work...

Do I prioritize studying for NCLEX and getting licensed or making sure that I have a job? Should I do a little bit of each every day? How should I plan out these next couple months? I understand that many places will not consider new grads until they have passed NCLEX. What should I be focusing on right now? Thanks.

Specializes in orthopedic/trauma, Informatics, diabetes.

NC we all started about 2 months from graduation. any had jobs pending NCLEX b/c of capstone or working in facility. I got my job because the DON where I got my first job had been my clinical instructor at one point. It really is about networking and getting a foot in the door!

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Actually Lurie Children's in Chicago encourages you to apply before licensed!

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Specializes in acutecarefloatpool. BSN/RN/CMSRN. i dabble in pedi.

Thanks for the responses. Should I bother applying to positions requiring a license? Will I be considered at all?

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Thanks for the responses. Should I bother applying to positions requiring a license? Will I be considered at all?

In my area you cannot apply without a license but clearly others area will allow that. Check the job listings for potential employers or call the HR department to see if they will accept applications prior to licensure.

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